SM: How can couples make finances work in their relationship?

PC: There’s an old saying, “No romance without finance.” This could not be further from the truth. A couple should not strive to make finances the focus of their relationship. They should endeavor to make the relationship work through…

Jamie then asked Pastor Cal why he thinks AJ had such a strong reaction to the homework assignment.

"It may be that he feels like he has to control things, and that's something he can't control. I mean, this is a big deal. There are cameras [everywhere]. There are cameras in your face all the time, but the very thing that was used to get him this wonderful woman in his life -- I don't want him to criticize it. You know?" Pastor Cal explained.

"Because this is the reason he's here! We picked this woman that he's crazy about; don't criticize the process, because the process got you what you wanted."

The experts – …pastor and marriage counselor Calvin Roberson…work with the couples throughout the season as they take on newlywed life, all while trying to get to know each other. They spend their first nights together, go on a honeymoon and live together for eight weeks. Then they’re asked the ultimate question: remain married or get a divorce?